Retreats
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I'm currently in the process of gathering interest for a potential yoga retreat week somewhere around the Mediterranean in September/October 2024. Also in a potential shorter one in the UK. Please let me know if you might be interested in joining me and which months would suit you best to help me shape this offer. The retreat would include food and accommodation.
You can read some testimonials from previous retreats below.
"Emanuela was really knowledgeable and passionate about all things yoga and synergy between the body, mind and soul. Emanuela's tuition was very thorough, always explaining her rationale and able to give expert adjustments and tuition throughout class. Emanuela rekindled my enthusiasm for yoga and I left the retreat relaxed, refreshed, stronger and more knowledgeable than before. I would definitely recommend her classes and I would attend any future retreats under Emanuela's instruction. Thanks Emanuela for a wonderful week!"
Jo, October 2023
"I had the pleasure of a week with Emanuela and her guidance. This was a first time at a retreat and very new to Yoga. I was concerned that I would not manage the twice-daily sessions, but with support from Emanuela and her patience and calmness explaining every move thoroughly, and keeping me focused and adapting positions. I found some exercises challenging but in each session movement became easier, more fun and enjoyable! Now, I am home. I feel inspired to undertake yoga daily and have found that the breathing exercises have helped me enormously. This has certainly improved my lung capacity and flexibility."
Helen Crawford, September 2023
Despite our class comprising of practitioners of various ages, abilities and experience, Emanuela was attentive to, and catered to, the differing needs of each student.
Paul Deane, 2023
A typical retreat with me includes two daily classes: in the morning a dynamic one exploring different postures through breath-synchronised movements, or Ashtanga; in the evening a more restorative class ending in meditation practice. I might offer afternoon "clinic"-style sessions if there is a demand for it. I might also offer Thai massage treatments at reduced rate if energy levels permit. It's important for me that you feel "at home" away from home. A retreat is only valuable if it gives you a chance not only to slow down and rest, but also to find the conditions that might enable a shift in your perspective.
Email me for more details: emanuelayoga@gmail.com
"I had the immense pleasure of a whole week of body and soul nourishment under Emanuela’s excellent guidance - a tuition that brought me to a yoga practice level that I hadn’t been at for years. She rekindled my passion for daily practice, helped our group of 11 limber up, slow down and settle into ourselves. It was such a welcome, nurturing break. For me taking 7+ days to make something a habit is a great idea. Like all busy people, I find myself putting off activities that are just for me, like yoga and exercising. I loved the feeling after our twice daily sessions, and also loved just feeling stronger and fitter in general.
Emanuela is an amazing teacher, very patient, calming, and welcoming to everyone, whether you are a first timer or have been practicing for years. She designed each daily practice to include rest when you need it, and more strenuous sessions when you need those too. The exercises were doable, but challenging. If I had tried to jump into 2 hours of yoga everyday by myself, there is no way I would have made it past Day 2.
Emanuela keep my wandering brain focused. Each day, I felt better than the previous. I would highly recommend practicing yoga with Emauela, if you’re a brand-new-to-yoga person or a more experienced daily yogi - she will tailor each session for you. A wonderful experience - thank you so much."
Grainne, July 2022
"I wanted to say a massive thank you for leading such wonderful yoga practices. I felt so lacking in energy before I arrived in Corfu, and in desperate need of some R&R, and self love, and I got everything I needed and so much more. It was just the best week and I absolutely loved your style of teaching and the way the classes built up to tell a story. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and kindness. I’ll be seeing you on the mat in no time."
Hannah Tovey, October 2021
"Thank you for an amazing retreat. It was an inspiring journey through different practices and thoughts, opening my mind to a new world of yoga. I feel inspired to continue exploring and moving. Emanuela stretched my body, mind and consciousness. She is such an inspirational teacher, knowledgeable, fun and enthusiastic, with a unique ability to find you were you're at and challenge you just enough to give you a feeling of progression and a taste for more."
Kristin Rodland Buick, October 2019
